Economy Alabama takes a stand for small business fairness A new Alabama law ends taxes on credit card swipe fees, giving merchants relief and sharpening calls for broader federal payment reforms. Rosemary Elebash / April 21, 2026
House OKs bill to exclude credit card transaction fees from sales tax Despite concerns over lost municipal revenue, the legislation easily passed the House on Wednesday and now heads to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk. Alex Jobin / April 9, 2026
Alabama Senate debates bill to exclude credit card transaction fees from sales tax State senators debated a proposal Thursday to prevent local governments from collecting sales tax on credit card transaction fees. Alex Jobin / February 20, 2026